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About School of Rock Springfield

Welcome to School of Rock Springfield, where students learn to rock their worlds. A fixture in Springfield that has served crowds of aspiring young rockers since 2013, School of Rock Springfield is all about curating a new generation of music-minded students who get to balance education with all the fun and awesomeness of a great jam session.

Whether our students are killing it on guitar, bass, drums, piano, or vocals, School of Rock Springfield equips everyone with the right gear: experienced teachers, seriously awesome music fundamentals, and spectacular bands of friends and fellow musicians. Our performance-based approach helps our students build the skills they need beyond the stage, too: confidence, teamwork, innovation, art, and humor, just to name a few. We don’t just get our students amped about music – we get them amped about life.

Visit School of Rock Springfield and get a feel for how we crank up the voltage of music education for today’s students and musicians.

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Programs

At School of Rock Springfield, our Performance Program puts our students front-and-center on a real stage for real performances. Students get to show off their killer music skills while learning serious teamwork as they and their bandmates refine their abilities through some of rock and roll’s greatest hits.

Springfield students will blow your mind with advanced performances chock-full of hits by famous artists such as Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, Van Halen, The Rolling Stones, AC/DC, Frank Zappa, Queen, and many, many more! For our students, real performances breed real skill, and real fun.

All students in Springfield’s Performance Program can expect:

• Weekly private music lessons on guitar, bass, keyboard, drums, and/or vocals• Weekly band rehearsal to get students prepared for real shows• The experience of performing on stage with their band at real venues• Key learning in fundamental areas such as stage performance, harmonies, musicianship, and more• Fun, music, and education wrapped into one all-inclusive experience!

School of Rock Springfield’s Rock 101 Program encourages fun and success for our younger students as they begin their journey. The days of traditional instruction with piles of sheet music are over. At School of Rock Springfield, we believe that playing real music is the only path to proficiency and a true appreciation for music.

In Rock 101, students select one instrument to study, and we begin teaching fundamentals: scales, chords, notes, time signatures, and all the rest. Our unique approach to music instruction teaches our students vital fundamentals through songs they know and love, not rote memorization. With real musical context in a fun environment, we give all of our students the knowledge they need to really pursue their passion for music.

All students in Springfield’s Rock 101 Program can expect:

• Weekly private music lessons on guitar, bass, keyboard, drums, and/or vocals• Weekly group rehearsals to reinforce the fundamentals in a team environment• A firm grasp of the basics of music theory and technique • An understanding of what it means to play solo and in a group• Real knowledge gained through real fun!

School of Rock Springfield’s top students can audition for our most prestigious honor: the School of Rock AllStars Program. Our AllStars represent the best of the best students from School of Rock’s entire global network of schools. With incredible musical aptitude, a knack for teamwork and incredible focus, today’s AllStars truly represent the future of rock and roll.

Each summer, our AllStars embark on an authentic concert tour to perform in jaw-dropping live shows across the country, including Red Rocks, Lollapalooza, Hangout Music Fest, NAMM, Gathering of the Vibes, and countless others. AllStars also get to share the stage with experienced, larger-than-life performers like Alice Cooper, Eddie Vedder, and Slash, to name a few. There is no better way for a star on the rise to get a taste for what professional music is really like.

School of Rock Springfield’s AllStars can expect:

• Real-world performances where they can shine in their chosen medium: guitar, bass, drums, keyboard, and/or vocals• A fast-paced tour experience with stage shows at legendary events and venues• To play with the best performers from School of Rock’s global community• The opportunity to rock out on stage with world-renowned artists• An epic rock experience like no other!

At School of Rock Springfield, we know how to bring the world of music, and the fun that comes with it, to adults. We get our students playing and learning at rapid-fire speeds through real performances of their favorite songs, instead of your old traditional music instruction programs with piles of sheet music and hours of rote memorization. At School of Rock Springfield, the stage can be yours at any age.

Our adult students learn the fundamentals of music, including scales, chords, notes, progressions, and more, from real-world instruction through some of the most iconic songs and sounds in music history. Whatever your musical taste may be, our instructors know how to create a program just for you. Whether you’re seeking basic proficiency, a standing gig as the resident guitar player at parties, or future rock star status, School of Rock Springfield works with you to help you reach your goals.

Students in School of Rock Springfield’s Adult Program can expect:

• Fast-paced instruction on the instrument of your choice: guitar, bass, drums, keyboard, and/or vocals• Weekly private instruction catered to your goals and level of proficiency• All-adult rehearsals to prepare for real performances in local venues• A firm grasp of music theory and technique fundamentals, taught through your favorite music genre• Fun, instruction, and great progression of practical skills wrapped all into one!

School of Rock Springfield’s Rookies Program offers a gateway to understanding music for first and second graders. Using proprietary set-ups for guitar, bass, drums and keyboard, as well as other tools, we introduce our Rookies to music fundamentals in a fun way. The skills and passion for music that our Rookies learn prepare them for Rock 101 and a lifelong love of music.

With exercises, tools and games customized to their age group, our Springfield Rookies learn the concepts of music theory, rhythm, pitch, form and dynamics as they play alongside their friends. We encourage our students to explore various instruments and play styles so they begin to understand how individual contributions form a band; even the best solo keyboard players or vocalists need to understand how an ensemble works.

All students in Springfield’s Rookies Program can expect:

• Weekly group lessons using guitar, bass, keyboard and drums• Exposure to essential fundamentals like music theory, pitch and rhythm• A focus on teamwork and collaboration• An understanding of what it means to play solo and in a group• Fun combined with practical learning!

Our preschool-aged Little Wing students at School of Rock Springfield learn the creativity, confidence, and lasting experience they need to grow into life-long lovers and practitioners of music. Our exclusive approach to music education opens new doors of fun and excitement for children, from teamwork to the joy of rocking out on a favorite instrument. We create a safe, inclusive environment where music and learning work hand-in-hand to foster amazing growth in our Springfield Rookies.

Little Wing students at School of Rock Springfield enjoy a broad assortment of music-centric games based on some of the most recognizable music in rock and roll history. With great music, a solid foundation in fun, and an environment that fosters real friendships, our students get an opportunity to grow like nowhere else.

All Students in Springfield’s Little Wing Program can expect:

• Exploration of hand percussion and other tools to spark their imagination• Unique and engaging music games• Teamwork, cooperation, and group music activities• Fundamental skills for music and life• Fun and practical learning combined, perfectly tailored to growing minds!

School of Rock Springfield’s music camps and workshops are designed to bring out the best performance in a fast-paced learning environment. Just like our standard programs, our camps offer a high-energy experience that is fun, creative and team-oriented. Our students learn music by playing it with their peers, guided by experienced instructors from the music community.

From basic Performance Boot Camps to more advanced Guitar Building and Songwriting Training, School of Rock offers opportunities for musicians of all skill levels. Camps vary by location, so please contact us for a current list of camps and workshops at School of Rock Springfield.

Regardless of which camp they choose, students can expect: • Hands-on skill building for guitar, bass guitar, keyboard, drums, and/or vocals • One-on-one interaction with seasoned music professionals • A deeper appreciation for music theory and fundamentals • Greater confidence, collaboration and improvisation abilities • A fun and interactive experienceFind a Camp or Workshop

At School of Rock Springfield, our Performance Program puts our students front-and-center on a real stage for real performances. Students get to show off their killer music skills while learning serious teamwork as they and their bandmates refine their abilities through some of rock and roll’s greatest hits.

Springfield students will blow your mind with advanced performances chock-full of hits by famous artists such as Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, Van Halen, The Rolling Stones, AC/DC, Frank Zappa, Queen, and many, many more! For our students, real performances breed real skill, and real fun.

All students in Springfield’s Performance Program can expect:

• Weekly private music lessons on guitar, bass, keyboard, drums, and/or vocals• Weekly band rehearsal to get students prepared for real shows• The experience of performing on stage with their band at real venues• Key learning in fundamental areas such as stage performance, harmonies, musicianship, and more• Fun, music, and education wrapped into one all-inclusive experience!

School of Rock Springfield’s Rock 101 Program encourages fun and success for our younger students as they begin their journey. The days of traditional instruction with piles of sheet music are over. At School of Rock Springfield, we believe that playing real music is the only path to proficiency and a true appreciation for music.

In Rock 101, students select one instrument to study, and we begin teaching fundamentals: scales, chords, notes, time signatures, and all the rest. Our unique approach to music instruction teaches our students vital fundamentals through songs they know and love, not rote memorization. With real musical context in a fun environment, we give all of our students the knowledge they need to really pursue their passion for music.

All students in Springfield’s Rock 101 Program can expect:

• Weekly private music lessons on guitar, bass, keyboard, drums, and/or vocals• Weekly group rehearsals to reinforce the fundamentals in a team environment• A firm grasp of the basics of music theory and technique • An understanding of what it means to play solo and in a group• Real knowledge gained through real fun!

School of Rock Springfield’s top students can audition for our most prestigious honor: the School of Rock AllStars Program. Our AllStars represent the best of the best students from School of Rock’s entire global network of schools. With incredible musical aptitude, a knack for teamwork and incredible focus, today’s AllStars truly represent the future of rock and roll.

Each summer, our AllStars embark on an authentic concert tour to perform in jaw-dropping live shows across the country, including Red Rocks, Lollapalooza, Hangout Music Fest, NAMM, Gathering of the Vibes, and countless others. AllStars also get to share the stage with experienced, larger-than-life performers like Alice Cooper, Eddie Vedder, and Slash, to name a few. There is no better way for a star on the rise to get a taste for what professional music is really like.

School of Rock Springfield’s AllStars can expect:

• Real-world performances where they can shine in their chosen medium: guitar, bass, drums, keyboard, and/or vocals• A fast-paced tour experience with stage shows at legendary events and venues• To play with the best performers from School of Rock’s global community• The opportunity to rock out on stage with world-renowned artists• An epic rock experience like no other!

At School of Rock Springfield, we know how to bring the world of music, and the fun that comes with it, to adults. We get our students playing and learning at rapid-fire speeds through real performances of their favorite songs, instead of your old traditional music instruction programs with piles of sheet music and hours of rote memorization. At School of Rock Springfield, the stage can be yours at any age.

Our adult students learn the fundamentals of music, including scales, chords, notes, progressions, and more, from real-world instruction through some of the most iconic songs and sounds in music history. Whatever your musical taste may be, our instructors know how to create a program just for you. Whether you’re seeking basic proficiency, a standing gig as the resident guitar player at parties, or future rock star status, School of Rock Springfield works with you to help you reach your goals.

Students in School of Rock Springfield’s Adult Program can expect:

• Fast-paced instruction on the instrument of your choice: guitar, bass, drums, keyboard, and/or vocals• Weekly private instruction catered to your goals and level of proficiency• All-adult rehearsals to prepare for real performances in local venues• A firm grasp of music theory and technique fundamentals, taught through your favorite music genre• Fun, instruction, and great progression of practical skills wrapped all into one!

School of Rock Springfield’s Rookies Program offers a gateway to understanding music for first and second graders. Using proprietary set-ups for guitar, bass, drums and keyboard, as well as other tools, we introduce our Rookies to music fundamentals in a fun way. The skills and passion for music that our Rookies learn prepare them for Rock 101 and a lifelong love of music.

With exercises, tools and games customized to their age group, our Springfield Rookies learn the concepts of music theory, rhythm, pitch, form and dynamics as they play alongside their friends. We encourage our students to explore various instruments and play styles so they begin to understand how individual contributions form a band; even the best solo keyboard players or vocalists need to understand how an ensemble works.

All students in Springfield’s Rookies Program can expect:

• Weekly group lessons using guitar, bass, keyboard and drums• Exposure to essential fundamentals like music theory, pitch and rhythm• A focus on teamwork and collaboration• An understanding of what it means to play solo and in a group• Fun combined with practical learning!

Our preschool-aged Little Wing students at School of Rock Springfield learn the creativity, confidence, and lasting experience they need to grow into life-long lovers and practitioners of music. Our exclusive approach to music education opens new doors of fun and excitement for children, from teamwork to the joy of rocking out on a favorite instrument. We create a safe, inclusive environment where music and learning work hand-in-hand to foster amazing growth in our Springfield Rookies.

Little Wing students at School of Rock Springfield enjoy a broad assortment of music-centric games based on some of the most recognizable music in rock and roll history. With great music, a solid foundation in fun, and an environment that fosters real friendships, our students get an opportunity to grow like nowhere else.

All Students in Springfield’s Little Wing Program can expect:

• Exploration of hand percussion and other tools to spark their imagination• Unique and engaging music games• Teamwork, cooperation, and group music activities• Fundamental skills for music and life• Fun and practical learning combined, perfectly tailored to growing minds!

School of Rock Springfield’s music camps and workshops are designed to bring out the best performance in a fast-paced learning environment. Just like our standard programs, our camps offer a high-energy experience that is fun, creative and team-oriented. Our students learn music by playing it with their peers, guided by experienced instructors from the music community.

From basic Performance Boot Camps to more advanced Guitar Building and Songwriting Training, School of Rock offers opportunities for musicians of all skill levels. Camps vary by location, so please contact us for a current list of camps and workshops at School of Rock Springfield.

Regardless of which camp they choose, students can expect: • Hands-on skill building for guitar, bass guitar, keyboard, drums, and/or vocals • One-on-one interaction with seasoned music professionals • A deeper appreciation for music theory and fundamentals • Greater confidence, collaboration and improvisation abilities • A fun and interactive experience

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Meet our talented SOR Instructors!

Our instructors live to play, and play to live! They also love to teach! Our highly trained instructors employ the best techniques to get their students playing faster in a collaborative and suppor...

Our instructors live to play, and play to live! They also love to teach! Our highly trained instructors employ the best techniques to get their students playing faster in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Many of our instructors are multi-instrumentalists, which helps them excel in private lessons and managing rehearsals and shows. Take a demo session with one of our instructors and see what we are all about!

Our teachers are passionate, experienced, and student focused. They understand the power of mastering instruments through the group experience, and help each individual student grow according to their needs and desires. Students just add practice!

Chris Blades

Instructor- Guitar, Bass, Drums

Chris has been playing guitar for 18 years and in that time, he has recorded/toured/performed with bands covering everything from pop to polka! A music-lover from the beginning, Chris grew up liste...

Chris has been playing guitar for 18 years and in that time, he has recorded/toured/performed with bands covering everything from pop to polka! A music-lover from the beginning, Chris grew up listening to rock and metal music, and was first inspired to pick up the guitar after watching his father play the music of Van Halen on his guitar. Following a haphazard fill-in gig with a blues band at the age of 15, Chris dove headfirst into the local scene and started forming/playing in bands until graduating high school in 2009. Less than a week after graduation Chris was on the road with Murphy’s Law, an original rock band.

Weeks after the end of the tour, Chris joined what would become his main project for the next 4 years, The Euphio Question, an original jazz/rock outfit. With the band, Chris played nearly 100 shows in and out of Springfield, recorded one full-length album, two EPs, and numerous unused songs, and covered more styles than he had in any other band. In Euphio Question’s downtime Chris performed with country singer Liz Moriondo, pop cover band Pearl, Americana/ singer-songwriter artist Tony Menown, and numerous fill-in gigs. With the Euphio Question coming to an end in mid-2013 Chris was left without a full-time gig, and decided to pursue music in a different direction.

While he enjoyed the challenges of performing/recording with The Euphio Question, Chris’ passion has always been for hard rock/metal music, citing Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, Thin Lizzy, UFO, Black Sabbath, Accept, and The Scorpions as key influences. When opportunity knocked, Chris answered the call and joined local metal outfit Death May Die in late 2013. Since then, Chris has focused all of his efforts on Death May Die and original metal project Transylvania. We are excited to have Chris on our staff!

Jeannie Fehr

Studio Coordinator, Instructor- Guitar, Keys

At 11 years old, Jeannie started her music journey with piano and clarinet lessons. She is sort of a “jack of all trades” within the music industry. Her music career started with teaching pian...

At 11 years old, Jeannie started her music journey with piano and clarinet lessons. She is sort of a “jack of all trades” within the music industry. Her music career started with teaching piano, voice, guitar, clarinet, alto saxophone, and classes. From there, it expanded into instrument sales, managing student recitals and conducting, small recording projects, string instrument repairs, and of course playing solo shows and in house bands too. She started in bands as young as 16, playing keys, guitar, and singing in her first house/cover band, All Tuned Up in 2010. Her first album, Move Along, released on October 31st, 2016 through Keirsey Music Productions, and features many originals Jeannie wrote throughout her childhood.

Jeannie has shared her passion for music to the community. In High School, she was in wind ensemble, jazz band, marching band, pep band, and concert choir. She volunteered over 100 hours of community service, playing in local winter holiday parades, and orchestras for musicals. Since 2015, Jeannie has heavily invested time with the Girls Rock Camp Alliance. She started volunteering her services as a Gear Coordinator and Lesson Instructor in Carbondale Girls Rock Camp. Her duties increased when she transferred to Queen City Rock Camp in 2016. She’s part of the volunteer committee, volunteer band, organizing fundraising events, and helping the camp rock out as much as possible!

Her career began at 14, teaching a few private lessons: Now she’s a full-time musician. Jeannie has completed her 10th year teaching music and helping others start their music journey. She completes her Bachelor’s Degree through Missouri State University December 2017. Jeannie joined School of Rock in 2015 as a studio coordinator. Now she’s also a string technician, private instructor in piano, voice, guitar, and a Junior Performance Program Director. We are so happy to have her be a part of the School of Rock Team!

Steve Foreman

Instructor- Voice, Keyboards

Steve Foreman earned his Bachelor of Science in Education from Missouri Southern State University in Joplin, MO. During his time at MSSU, he specialized in vocal music, leaving the university a cl...

Steve Foreman earned his Bachelor of Science in Education from Missouri Southern State University in Joplin, MO. During his time at MSSU, he specialized in vocal music, leaving the university a classically trained baritone. Steve also holds a Master of Music Education degree from the Conservatory of Music at the University of Missouri – Kansas City. He also holds a Master’s Degree in Public School Administration from the California State University – Northridge.

Upon completion of his undergraduate studies, Stephen began a 20 year vocal music teaching career in the public schools. His most recent position was teaching vocal music for the Los Angeles Unified School District, in Los Angeles, CA. He has also served as a vocal soloist, ensemble member and director of choirs for several churches of various faiths throughout his career.

Steve is also an accomplished pianist and arranger having performed in many different venues over the past 25 years. Steve’s passion has been teaching, training and mentoring students allowing them to reach their vocal potential and skills needed to achieve their goals.

Greg Frazier

Instructor- Guitar, Bass, Voice

Greg Frazier has been playing music professionally for almost 40 years. His infectious smile and sense of humor makes him a favorite among both young and older students alike! He has a varied care...

Greg Frazier has been playing music professionally for almost 40 years. His infectious smile and sense of humor makes him a favorite among both young and older students alike! He has a varied career as a singer, guitar player, utility player, and audio engineer. He is one of the few "white glove" audio engineers around and has worked with many a great musician as a performer and engineer. His tribute band experience includes bands such as Billion Dollar Babies (an Alice Cooper tribute) and Fair Warning (an All-David Lee Roth Van Halen Tribute Band). Greg’s other musical ventures include The Dropouts, an internationally touring band, The Osmond Brothers Band, and his most recent project, featuring Tara Lynn and her band Violet . Alongside his musical experience, Greg continues to work as an audio engineer for several local venues.

Jennifer Jester

Owner/General Manager

Dr. Jennifer Jester is a musician, entrepreneur and educator. She is owner/General Manager of School of Rock Springfield, MO, and CEO of Jester’s Court Productions in Springfield, MO. She also is...

Dr. Jennifer Jester is a musician, entrepreneur and educator. She is owner/General Manager of School of Rock Springfield, MO, and CEO of Jester’s Court Productions in Springfield, MO. She also is an adjunct professor in music at Missouri State University. Prior to owning her own businesses, she was Assistant Professor for four years at Millersville University, and served as both the head of the Music Business and Technology Program, and co-facilitator of the Center for Entrepreneurial Education on the Millersville University campus. Dr. Jester’s professional business experiences include working as Executive Director of the International Tuba-Euphonium Association and the Tuba Euphonium Press, Managing Director of Community Concerts at Second, and Managing Administrator for the Washington Symphonic Brass. Dr. Jester holds a DMA in Euphonium performance with a research emphasis in interdisciplinary education, performance, and entrepreneurship. She earned a MFA from the California Institute of the Arts, a B.S. in Music Performance from Arizona State University, and completed the Music Business Certificate Program at the Musician’s Institute in Hollywood, CA.

In 2014, Jennifer was one of the Springfield Business Journal's "40 Under 40" Award recipents as well as was a finalist as one of five Drury’s Women’s Entrepreneurship Symposium Woman-Owned Startup of the year nominees for School of Rock Springfield.

Mitch Keirsey

Instructor - Guitar, bass

Mitch Keirsey is a musician's musician. Not a stranger to playing with the greats he has been a professional musician and teacher for over three decades, Mitch has experience in all genres of music...

Mitch Keirsey is a musician's musician. Not a stranger to playing with the greats he has been a professional musician and teacher for over three decades, Mitch has experience in all genres of music. While he teaches guitar, bass, and voice, he can play many instruments and is one of the top call musicians in Branson. Mitch has toured and performed across the U.S., Canada, and Europe with musical greats such as Roy Clark, Ray Price, and Bo Didley to name just a few artists. Recently, he toured with Bill Haley's Original Comets as the lead guitarist and singer. We are proud to have Mitch and all of his talents on our staff as one of our great instructors and show directors.

Kim is the smiling face at the front desk here at School of Rock Springfield! She takes care of scheduling and sales for our school! She is also an accomplished musician, and currently is the bassi...

Kim is the smiling face at the front desk here at School of Rock Springfield! She takes care of scheduling and sales for our school! She is also an accomplished musician, and currently is the bassist/vocalist in local Springfield original band: Luna J. , and bassist for the Memphis soul cover group: The Agreements!

Musical Influences: Flea, Steely Dan, Fiona Apple

Fun Facts: Cleaned her parents' basement for 5.00 a week to save up to buy her first bass-a banana yellow Charvelle, graduated with a degree in operatic vocal performance from Missouri State University.

Previous Musical Experience: Played violin throughout highschool, sang in choirs, played in Fresh Paint which was a family band with dad Dave Painter and sister Kate Painter.

BJ Rossi

Instructor - drums

BJ Rossi has been a working performer since he was a mere lad of nine. There is a special distinction that comes with being a professional in any field. Mr. Rossi defines professional drummer. BJ...

BJ Rossi has been a working performer since he was a mere lad of nine. There is a special distinction that comes with being a professional in any field. Mr. Rossi defines professional drummer. BJ was a performance major at the Metropolitan State College in Denver, CO and University of Colorado in Denver. His quest for knowledge included time under the tutelage of Buddy Rich and a recent wood shedding session with Simon Kirke of "Free" and "Bad Company" fame. After all is said, B.J. Rossi is a player. Mr. Rossi's credits include stints with "Sons of the Pioneers'Â, Tanya Tucker, Michael Grear, David Frizzell, Dave Dudley, Dean T. Hall, Nelson Riddle, Pat Williams, Bo Diddley, Sarah Baker and many great local bands and dinner theaters. He can be heard as a recording artist playing on soundtracks and CD's for music ranging from big band, Blues, Country, Rock and Roll, and RB.

Hannah Sheehan is an acoustic singer-songwriter from Tennessee who recorded 10 tracks from her album Rust all on a single day in a San Diego recording studio. The resulting is astonishing. Clemen...

Hannah Sheehan is an acoustic singer-songwriter from Tennessee who recorded 10 tracks from her album Rust all on a single day in a San Diego recording studio. The resulting is astonishing. Clemens has a voice that when you first hear it is both angelic and striking, reminiscent of the folk singer Jewel, Ann McCue or a feistier Joan Baez. During a sustained note, she has that ability to change moods almost instantly and effortlessly. Rust is the song that captured me first; it leaves me drained and speechless every time I hear it. Beginning of the End is a slow and philosophical lullaby that says farewell to all kinds of things (she sings “Sit back and watch the city self-destruct” with a sense both of foreboding and acceptance). Have I mentioned that Clemens writes her own songs? Floodplains is a heart-rending song about a collapsing city (“Yesterday was a party/today it ends; this is a city that breaks /but never bends”). Other songs are more upbeat. You go is a heartfelt song about missing someone and not being able to enjoy pleasures in the same way during his absence. (Compare to John Denver’s Leaving on a Jet Plane). Clemens also performs as a member of the singing female duo Minor Vine and released a brighter and livelier EP album Undo Undid. In 2011 she was in a band called Smokemonster and released an EP called Frisky Whiskey.

Jay Stevens

Instructor

Jay Stevens was born into rock music, in Santa Monica, California. His dad was one of the first guys making music videos for MTV, and from a very early age Jay lived in the world of being around ar...

Jay Stevens was born into rock music, in Santa Monica, California. His dad was one of the first guys making music videos for MTV, and from a very early age Jay lived in the world of being around artists, going to concerts, and living behind the scenes in the music business. Jay started playing guitar and piano in the 4th grade. He ended up attending high school in Hawaii, where he would perform in nightclubs, but because he was so young he would have to sit in the kitchen on breaks! After high school, Jay returned to L.A. at the very end of the 80s Rock Era. Jay played in several Hollywood bands, until he got an offer to sing in Hawaii, 4 nights a week where he was paid to play music. This idea sounded great so he returned to Hawaii and started a family. In 2000 Jay had a song on Hawaiian radio and was asked to host a weekly radio show, radio was a perfect fit for his “rock star” persona. Jay later moved to New Orleans to be a part of rock radio, and sang on Bourbon street several nights a week.

He has spent the last 10 years in L.A. performing his one-man comedy rock show and singing for various tribute acts across the country and on cruise ships, specializing in playing Roger Daltrey and Jon Bon Jovi. Jay moved to the Springfield area in 2012, to get out of big city life. He has 3 daughters and currently performs as Jon Bon Jovi in his own Branson show "Livin on a Prayer" every Saturday and is a Rock Radio DJ on 104.7 The Cave M-F 2-7pm.

Kyle Whitmore

Instructor- Drums

Kyle has been playing drums for 20 years and has had experience playing in different bands. He currently plays drums for Brother Ray and the Sometimes Righteous. He also play drums almost every Sun...

Kyle has been playing drums for 20 years and has had experience playing in different bands. He currently plays drums for Brother Ray and the Sometimes Righteous. He also play drums almost every Sunday in a church group. He loves heavy metal but listens to all genres of music. Sevendust is his favorite band on planet Earth. He also works for Modot as well as teaching at the School of Rock, and plays drums when he can between work and sleep. Fun Fact: He loves doughnuts!

Stu Sturgis

Instructor-Bass, Guitar

Instruments: bass guitar and guitar
Written 100s of songs. and recorded many of them.
Been in bands since 1986. Current band: The Pet Rocks
Favorites: the Ramones. The Fall. The Lazy Cowgirls. ...

Instruments: bass guitar and guitar Written 100s of songs. and recorded many of them.Been in bands since 1986. Current band: The Pet RocksFavorites: the Ramones. The Fall. The Lazy Cowgirls. Lou Reed...Pretty much all things ROCK.Self TaughtInterests other than ROCK: Art, TV, films, books, sports, current events.Love my wife, dog, and two cats.

Bart Kelley

Drum Instructor

Bart Kelley is a highly skilled drummer and has performed and recorded music in venues and studios across the U.S. His most notable projects include Super String Theory, Useful Idiot (a tribute to ...

Bart Kelley is a highly skilled drummer and has performed and recorded music in venues and studios across the U.S. His most notable projects include Super String Theory, Useful Idiot (a tribute to Tool), 4jax (featuring Star Search winner Jake Simpson), Mark Chapman Band, Mr Scary, Weapons of Mass Destruction and the Golden Circle full-length feature film score and soundtrack (composer and actor). Bart was the Instructional Studio Manager for 4 of his 12 years as an instructor at The Percussion Shop in Springfield, Missouri. Several of Bart's students have themselves gone on to become successful performers, instructors and leaders in the industry. Bart is known for his versatility, professionalism and his desire to always keep it fun.

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Are you looking for a birthday party activity that be the talk of the town? Look no further! Our Rock N Roll birthday parties are perfect for musicians and non musicians alike! Check out our party ...

Are you looking for a birthday party activity that be the talk of the town? Look no further! Our Rock N Roll birthday parties are perfect for musicians and non musicians alike! Check out our party options by clicking on the link or picture. Call 417-887-7625 or email springfield@schoolofrock.com to ask for availability!

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Testimonials

“The knowledgeable staff provide a musical education in the context of a fun environment that feels a whole lot more like play than work.”

- Amanda, Springfield, MO

“Awesome, super friendly staff! Programs are tailored to the individual.”

- Charles, Springfield, MO

“We love the atmosphere at School of Rock! The fun and laid back learning environment has given my daughter a place to explore her interests and grow her talent and confidence.”

- Jeannie, Springfield, MO

“Our son absolutely loves it and constantly asks all week , when little wings day is!!! He's 4 years old and can't get enough of his musc class!! Ms. Katie is amazing with our son and all the kids!!! She is so kind, creative, and teaches them so much every week! We are so impressed and talk about School of Rock to all our friends & colleagues!!!! Thank you so much!!!”